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Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families

Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.

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Thursday 28 May 2026, 3.15pm to 4.15pm

Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions and would like to progress further, perhaps alongside more experienced players. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends from other schools and work together to create some fantastic arrangements of music, featuring a wide variety of different styles. 

Thursday 28 May 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for girls to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Thursday 28 May 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music! You'll learn a varied mix of music from traditional Caribbean, 60's Rock 'n' Roll, 80' pop classics to modern chart toppers. We welcome young people from Year 5 upwards. 

The group leader is Louise Brydon, the Music Director from the Newcastle All Stars Steel Orchestra, one of the longest running Steel Bands in the North East.  

Thursday 28 May 2026, 3.45pm to 5.00pm

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 4.45pm

Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7-13. Whether you know just three or four notes on your instrument, or you are an experienced player, you will enjoy working together to create some energetic arrangements of famous folk tunes. 

During rehearsals, you will have the opportunity to develop your musicianship further with plenty of opportunity to explore sight reading and ensemble skills. Students are given sheet music for their own parts to take home and practice.  

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

For 13-19 year olds. 'A safe space to get support from Youth Workers.'

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 14.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday eveing at NUcastle.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

Create music in this inclusive group using technology. Suitable for complete beginners and more experienced musicians aged 12 to 18.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Thursday 28 May 2026, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on November 17th 2025